GRE Word List

ROUSING

giving rise to excitement : stirring

The meaning of the word rousing is giving rise to excitement : stirring.

Random words

WordMeaning
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
couriermessenger
scholarlyof, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned
dappledmarked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
homespunspun or made at home
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted
pervertto cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt
touchstonea fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily